Embassy of Jamaica in Brasilia, Brazil; address Rue Joinville, 637 - apto. 501, Brasilia; phone +55115491506. Head of mission: Ms. Sharon J. Miller.
Head of mission: Ms. Sharon J. Miller, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Chile, 1 Sep 2020)
Also accredited to: Chile
Jamaica is an appealing destination for some Brazilian travelers, given its vibrant tourism industry and Caribbean charm. With 10.6 million Brazilians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Jamaica an attractive option for their vacations.
Jamaica's safety for tourists, including those from Brazil, presents a mixed picture. According to the Global Peace Index, Jamaica ranks 89th out of 160 countries, which is better than Brazil's ranking of 129th. However, Jamaica has a higher murder rate at 52.1 per 100,000 people compared to Brazil's 22.5. In terms of organized crime, Jamaica scores slightly worse than Brazil in several categories, with indices indicating significant challenges, such as mafia groups (Jamaica 8.0, Brazil 7.5) and crime networks (Jamaica 7.5, Brazil 6.5). While Jamaica may be safer than Brazil overall, tourists should remain vigilant and informed about local conditions and areas to avoid.